Is There an HVAC School in Milwaukee?
- Milwaukee Area Technical College in Oak Creek, 3 miles away, offers Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Associate in Applied Science and Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating Service Technician Technical Diploma.
- Waukesha County Technical College in Pewaukee, 15 miles away, offers HVAC/R Technician Technical Diploma.
- Gateway Technical College in Elkhorn, 32 miles away, offers Refrigeration, AC and Heating Service Technician (HVAC-R) Technical Diploma.
- EPA 608: 3 of these 5 schools name EPA 608 preparation or testing.
- HVAC pay in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area: a median $62,930 a year (BLS, May 2025).
Best HVAC Schools in Milwaukee for What You Need
HVAC Schools in Milwaukee and the Surrounding Area
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Offers an associate degree and a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $5,184 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 31 conferred 2024–25
The closest campus to Milwaukee; a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps · Controls
Waukesha County Technical College
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,872 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 22 conferred 2024–25
Evening or weekend classes.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Heating · Air conditioning
Gateway Technical College
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,956 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 35 conferred 2024–25
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Heat pumps
College of Lake County
Offers an associate degree and 6 certificates in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,788 in-district, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 250 conferred 2024–25
The lowest tuition of the 5 HVAC schools here ($4,788); the most HVAC awards nearby (250 in 2024–25); a degree option on top of certificates.
Covers EPA 608 · Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Commercial
Moraine Park Technical College
Offers a diploma in HVAC
- Tuition / year
- $4,819 in-state, 2024–25
- HVAC awards
- 8 conferred 2024–25
Covers Refrigeration · Electrical · Heating · Air conditioning · Controls · Commercial
Tuition and HVAC awards: NCES College Navigator. Programs and topics: each school's own HVAC page, reviewed September 2026. Distances are straight-line from Milwaukee.
Milwaukee Area Technical College and 4 More Programs Within 60 Miles
| School | Distance | Tuition and fees | HVAC awards | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Area Technical CollegeOak Creek | 3 miles | $5,184 | 31 | 25% |
| Waukesha County Technical CollegePewaukee | 15 miles | $4,872 | 22 | 44% |
| Gateway Technical CollegeElkhorn | 32 miles | $4,956 | 35 | 51% |
| College of Lake CountyGrayslake, IL | 49 miles | $4,788 | 250 | 37% |
| Moraine Park Technical CollegeWest Bend | 55 miles | $4,819 | 8 | 58% |
HVAC programs near Milwaukee, sorted by straight-line distance. Tuition: 2024–25 full-time rate. Awards: HVAC credentials conferred (NCES College Navigator). Graduation rate is school-wide. Blank cells have no federal figure.
HVAC Classes in Milwaukee: Waukesha County Technical College Teaches Evenings or Weekends
- Milwaukee Area Technical CollegeBoth programs are offered in person at the Oak Creek Campus, with August and January starts. Part of the Refrigeration 2 course can be completed off campus for co-op credit when an employer and instructor agree.
- Waukesha County Technical CollegeThe diploma is taught on campus in 8-week courses, with daytime and evening options and August or January starts. Entry to core courses runs through a waitlist, currently estimated at 0-1 year.
- Gateway Technical CollegeStudents can start in spring or fall and follow a full-time or part-time curriculum track.
Also publishing schedules: College of Lake County (49 miles). See each profile for times.
Certificate or Associate Degree Near Milwaukee?
Waukesha County Technical College, Gateway Technical College and Moraine Park Technical College offer certificates or diplomas only; Milwaukee Area Technical College and College of Lake County also award an HVAC associate degree, which adds general education and usually takes about two years full time.
- Milwaukee Area Technical CollegeAir Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Associate in Applied Science: 64 credits (2-year degree); Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating Service Technician Technical Diploma: 30 credits
- Waukesha County Technical CollegeHVAC/R Technician Technical Diploma: 28 credits (1 year)
- Gateway Technical CollegeRefrigeration, AC and Heating Service Technician (HVAC-R) Technical Diploma: 39 credits
HVAC Technician Pay Around Milwaukee
Annual wages for HVAC mechanics and installers in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area (1,620 jobs); U.S. median $61,010. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
Questions About HVAC Schools in Milwaukee
How Much Do HVAC Schools in Milwaukee Cost?
College of Lake County charges the least, $4,788 a year full time in 2024–25 (in-district); Milwaukee Area Technical College charges $5,184. Tools and books cost extra (College of Lake County budgets $1,680 for books and supplies).
How Long Does HVAC School Take Near Milwaukee?
It depends on the credential. At Milwaukee Area Technical College, the closest program that publishes lengths, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Associate in Applied Science runs 64 credits (2-year degree). 2 of the 5 schools near Milwaukee also offer an associate degree, which usually takes about two years full time.
How Much Do HVAC Technicians Make in Milwaukee?
HVAC mechanics and installers in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area earn a median $62,930 a year (BLS, May 2025), 3% above the U.S. median of $61,010. The top 10% earn more than $99,740.
What Is the Best HVAC School Near Milwaukee?
College of Lake County scores highest on program size, cost and completion among the HVAC schools within 60 miles, with 250 HVAC awards in 2024–25. Gateway Technical College ranks second.
Where Can You Get EPA 608 Certified Near Milwaukee?
Waukesha County Technical College, Gateway Technical College and College of Lake County name EPA 608 preparation or testing on their HVAC program pages.
Are There Night HVAC Classes Near Milwaukee?
Yes. Waukesha County Technical College (15 miles) publishes evening or weekend classes. Each school profile has its full schedule.
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Sources
- Official HVAC program pages of the 5 schools above (each profile links to its page), reviewed September 2026.
- U.S. Department of Education, College Navigator (IPEDS).
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.